Sweet Potato and Carrot Casserole ~ Cooking Recepies

Sweet Potato and Carrot Casserole



You will need:


- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 medium carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- salt and pepper, to taste

Step 1:
In a large pot, add the carrots and potatoes, with enough water to cover them.

Step 2:
Bring to a boil; lower heat to low, cover and simmer for about 30 minutes (or until the vegetables are tender).

Step 3:
Drain the vegetables, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4:
Mash the vegetables with a potato masher (don’t use a food processor) until almost a puree.

Step 5:
Add in the egg, orange juice, butter, brown sugar, bourbon, nutmeg, and salt & pepper to taste; stir until well blended.

Step 6:
Stir in the chopped pecans; scape the mixture into a greased 2 1/2-quart casserole.

Step 7:
Bake in a 350 degrees F oven for about 30 minutes (or until just slightly browned).


Nutritional information for one serving:
Calories: 174
Calories from fat: 82
Total fat: 9.2g
Cholesterol: 33mg
Total carbs: 20.1g
Fiber: 3.1g
Protein: 2.4g

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